BBC to broadcast World Cup semi-finals from US after backlash over Salford studio coverage

Published Jul 7, 02:26 PM UTC

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The BBC has announced it will send presenters and pundits to the United States for the World Cup semi-finals, after facing significant backlash for broadcasting the tournament from a studio in Salford, UK. The corporation's cost-saving decision to remain in the UK was criticized by rivals ITV, who have been broadcasting from a rooftop location in Brooklyn. Former BBC presenter Gary Lineker also criticized the Salford setup, calling it a 'green box.' Key personnel like Gabby Logan will fly to the US for the semi-finals, which the BBC has first pick to broadcast. The move comes as the BBC faces scrutiny over its coverage quality compared to ITV's on-location broadcasts.

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Original headline: BBC will show World Cup semi final FROM USA after backlash to tournament coverage

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